Save the Date to Create
Search for your next upcycle project at these fall markets and craft fairs across the Lake Erie region.
• Open Market | Sept. 5 & 19 | Erie, Pa.
Frontier Park sets a scenic backdrop for regional craft vendors, as well as fresh bread, pastries, fruits, vegetables, honey, coffee, tea, flowers and more. leaferie.org
• Treasure Island Day | Sept. 12 | Kelleys Island, Ohio
Pick up a map at the Chamber of Commerce or the Island Market to hunt for treasures at this community-wide event. kelleysisland.com
• Crafts in the Park | Sept. 12-13 | Ashtabula, Ohio
This shoreline tradition, held at Lake Shore Park, features over 120 vendors selling exclusively handmade items. visitashtabulacounty.com
• Lakewood Mini Market | Sept. 13 and 27 | Tecumseh, Ontario
This family-friendly community market brings together local Canadian makers and independent artisans at Lakewood Park. visitwindsoressex.com
• 3 Beez in a Car’s Annual Fall Market | Sept. 26 | Dunnville, Ontario
Head to the north shore for independent artisans, a charity bake sale and local food trucks. 3beezinacarsfallmarket.com
• Antique World & Flea Market | Saturdays and Sundays through October | Clarence, New York
A sprawling estate featuring three indoor co-ops alongside an outdoor weekend flea market perfect for sourcing vintage goods, crafts, fresh produce and more. antiqueworldmarket.com
• Fall Extravaganza & Craft Show | Oct. 3 | Sandusky, Ohio
A festive autumn market held at the Erie County Fairgrounds featuring a diverse lineup of arts, crafts, vendors and local food trucks. shoresandislands.com
• Horton Farmers’ Market | Saturdays through Oct. 31 | St. Thomas, Ontario
A historic, open-air lakeside community staple operating since 1878 that showcases regional craftspeople, independent artisans and small-batch bakers. hortonfarmersmarket.ca
• The Mom Market: Halloween Edition | Oct. 24 | Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
A curated small-business marketplace hosted outdoors at Jackson-Triggs Estate Winery, featuring festive autumn crafts and seasonal home decor. Check the website for other Mom Markets throughout Canada. themommarketco.com
• Jamie’s Flea Market | Wednesdays and Saturdays year-round | Amherst, Ohio
A massive indoor and outdoor market featuring hundreds of booths filled with antiques, collectibles, clothing and creative raw materials. jamiesfleamarket.com
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